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The SAWDB seeks public comments on its proposed Four-Year Plan Modifications for 2024–2027. Read more.
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SAWDB Youth and Young Adult Committee Meeting Public Notice - September 22, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT COMMITTEE MEETING SOUTHWESTERN AREA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD The Youth and Young Adult Committee for The Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board will meet on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (MDT) at Mesilla Community Center 2251 Calle de Santiago Mesilla, NM 88046 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 879 2890 9330 To join the meeting online via Zoom, go to https://us02web
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Joint CEO & SAWDB Meeting Public Notice - September 17, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF JOINT CEO / SAWDB BOARD MEETING REGION IV, CHIEF ELECTED OFFICIALS AND SOUTHWESTERN AREA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD The Region IV, Chief Elected Officials and the Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board will meet on: Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. (MDT) at Grant County Veterans Memorial Business & Conference Center 3031 Highway 180 East Silver City, NM 88062 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID:
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AJC Early Closure & Holiday Closure - September 4 & 7, 2026
America's Job Center New Mexico will close at 12 PM on Friday, September 4, 2026, and will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026. Visit our website to connect with your nearest America's Job Center: www.EmployNM.com/offices
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SAWDB Local Four-Year Plan Modifications-DRAFT-Request for Public Comment-August 31, 2026
REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENT SOUTHWESTERN AREA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD WORKFORCE INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY ACT PROPOSED FOUR-YEAR PLAN MODIFICATIONS The Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board hereby gives notice that the Board seeks public input on its proposed Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Four-Year Plan Modifications for 2024-2027. Interested individuals may submit written comments to the attention of Glory Juarez, WIOA Administrator, Southwest
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AJC in Las Cruces Lunch Closure - August 27, 2026
America's Job Center in Las Cruces will be closed from 12PM to 1PM on Thursday, August 27, 2026. Visit our website to connect with your nearest America's Job Center: www.EmployNM.com/offices
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AJC in Truth or Consequences Closed Today - August 27, 2026
America's Job Center in Truth or Consequences will be closed today, Thursday, August 27, 2026. For workforce assistance, please contact our Las Cruces office at 575-524-6250. View our other locations to connect with another America's Job Center: www.EmployNM.com/offices
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AJC in Truth or Consequences Closed Today - August 26, 2026
America's Job Center in Truth or Consequences will be closed today, Wednesday, August 26, 2026. For workforce assistance, please contact our Las Cruces office at 575-524-6250. View our other locations to connect with another America's Job Center: www.EmployNM.com/offices
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Special SAWDB Executive Committee Meeting Agenda - August 28, 2026
Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board Special Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Mesilla Community Center 2251 Calle de Santiago Mesilla, NM 88046 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 834 0583 7117 To join the meeting online via Zoom, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83405837117 Friday, August 28, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. (MDT) Ms. Jacqueline Fryar—Chair vacant—Vice-Chair I. Call to Order II. Welcome III. Roll Call and Abstention
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Special SAWDB Executive Committee Meeting Public Notice - August 28, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF SPECIAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING SOUTHWESTERN AREA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD The Executive Committee for The Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board will meet on Friday, August 28, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. (MDT) at Mesilla Community Center 2251 Calle de Santiago Mesilla, NM 88046 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 834 0583 7117 To join the meeting online via Zoom, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8340583711
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AJC in Las Cruces Lunch Closure - August 24, 2026
America's Job Center in Las Cruces will be closed from 12PM to 1PM on Monday, August 24, 2026. Visit our website to connect with your nearest America's Job Center: www.EmployNM.com/offices
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AJC in Deming Lunch Closure - August 28, 2026
America's Job Center in Deming will be closed from 12:30PM to 1:30PM on Friday, August 28, 2026, for a staff luncheon. Visit our website to connect with your nearest America's Job Center: www.EmployNM.com/offices
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OFI Hiring Event - August 25, 2026
OFI is partnering with America's Job Center to host a Hiring Event at OFI, 4065 J St. SE, in Deming on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. On-the-spot interviews, hiring, and site tours will be available. The following positions are open: Maintenance Techs Safety Sanitation Production General Laborers Housekeeping Forklift Drivers 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts are available. FREE Résumé Assistance Do you need help preparing your résumé? Résumé assistance is availabl
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AJC in Deming Lunch Closure - August 20, 2026
America's Job Center in Deming will be closed from 12PM to 1PM on Thursday, August 20, 2026, for a staff luncheon. Visit our website to connect with your nearest America's Job Center: www.EmployNM.com/offices
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SAWDB Youth and Young Adult Committee Meeting Agenda - August 18, 2026
Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board Youth and Young Adult Committee Meeting Agenda Mesilla Community Center 2251 Calle de Santiago Mesilla, NM 88046 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 862 1017 8375 To join the meeting online via Zoom, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86210178375 Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (MDT) Ms. Debbie Schoonover—Chair Ms. Cassie Arias-Ward—Vice-Chair I. Call to Order II. Welcome III. Rol
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SAWDB Youth and Young Adult Committee Meeting Public Notice - August 18, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT COMMITTEE MEETING SOUTHWESTERN AREA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD The Youth and Young Adult Committee for The Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board will meet on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (MDT) at Mesilla Community Center 2251 Calle de Santiago Mesilla, NM 88046 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 862 1017 8375 To join the meeting online via Zoom, go to https://us02web.zo
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Job Fair in Deming - September 15, 2026
America's Job Center in Deming is partnering with Luna County to host a Job Fair on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at Mimbres Valley Learning Center, 2300 E. Pine St., from 1PM to 3PM. Employers and Local Agencies REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED Please note: Table covers will not be provided. Wi-Fi will not be available. Access to electrical outlets is limited. Please request access if you need it, and please bring an extension cord. Space is limited! Registration closes on Wednesday,
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RESCHEDULED-Joint CEO & SAWDB Meeting Public Notice - August 13, 2026
THIS MEETING HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF JOINT CEO / SAWDB BOARD MEETING REGION IV, CHIEF ELECTED OFFICIALS AND SOUTHWESTERN AREA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD The Region IV, Chief Elected Officials and the Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board will meet on: Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. (MDT) at Grant County Veterans Memorial Business & Conference Center 3031 Highway 180 East Silver City, NM 88062 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346)
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Future Readiness Night at Silver High School - October 5, 2026
America's Job Center in Silver City and Silver High School are partnering to host Future Readiness Night on Monday, October 5, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Silver High School, 3200 N. Silver St. in Silver City, NM. This free event is designed for high school juniors, seniors, and their parents to explore education, training, military, and career opportunities after graduation. Whether students plan to attend college, enter the workforce, enroll in a trade school, or
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AJC Pop-Up Farmers Market in Deming - August 12, 2026
Visit America's Job Center at 322 E. Oak St. in Deming on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, for a Pop-Up Farmers Market in partnership with La Cienega Produce. This Pop-Up Farmers Market is an opportunity for individuals receiving assistance from the New Mexico Department of Health's Nutrition Program to maximize their nutrition benefits. The market is OPEN TO ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS who want to shop for fresh, local produce. America's Job Center staff will be ready to provide inform
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Joint CEO & SAWDB Meeting Public Notice - August 13, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF JOINT CEO / SAWDB BOARD MEETING REGION IV, CHIEF ELECTED OFFICIALS AND SOUTHWESTERN AREA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD The Region IV, Chief Elected Officials and the Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board will meet on: Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. (MDT) at Grant County Veterans Memorial Business & Conference Center 3031 Highway 180 East Silver City, NM 88062 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 83
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